What other travelers are saying about teamLab Planets Tokyo
Absolutely insanely instagrammable. But as a family who loves modern art and doesn’t care for social media photos, it was just alright and overhyped. I had expected more from the immersive and interactive art elements. Fun for kids and a good family activity. Would not recommend for older groups, I mildly hurt my foot from one of the features where we were walking in a dark hallway. Interesting experience, but wouldn’t do again. If you go, make sure to go at an off-peak time (we went at 8:30AM because it is much more enjoyable when is emptier).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting wet, as some installations involve walking through knee-deep water. Skirts and dresses shorter than knee-length are not recommended. You'll need to remove your shoes and socks, so choose footwear that's easy to take off. Shorts or pants that can be rolled up work best.
Most visitors spend between 60 to 90 minutes exploring all the installations and gardens. However, you can move at your own pace, and there's no strict time limit once you enter. Some people prefer to spend longer photographing and experiencing each space multiple times.
Food and drinks are not permitted inside the exhibition spaces. However, the museum has a vegan ramen restaurant on-site where you can dine before or after your visit. Water fountains are available in rest areas outside the exhibition zones.
Yes, free coin-return lockers are provided for storing shoes, bags, and other belongings. Since you walk barefoot through water, you'll need to store everything except your phone or small camera. Waterproof phone cases are available for purchase if you want to protect your device.
Purchased 9:00-9:30 entrance tickets for 2 adults in advance and waited about 20 minutes to enter when we arrived around 9:15.
Upon entering, watch instructional videos, remove your shoes, and place belongings in free lockers.
Water exhibits are shoeless. Loved the light installation and bouncy ball room!
Very kid-friendly (one exhibit was even limited to only 20-years-old and younger). Probably would be best suited for families with children. As 2 adults, I can't say my husband and me could recommend to other adults or would choose to attend again.
Spent about 3 hours including eating lunch at their food truck after.
A fun and awe-inspiring experience for both kids and adults! We enjoyed every part of the exhibition, including the water area. There are tons of corners perfect for photos and plenty of interactive installations that really let you immerse yourself in the art. The whole experience engages all your senses, making it feel far more than a typical “museum.”
It was a bit dark inside and quite crowded when we visited (we went on a Friday), so walking around could be slightly challenging. But with a little patience, everything was still enjoyable. The staff were incredibly kind and well-trained too.
Every room was amazing, and participating in the installations really enhanced the experience. I also appreciated the lockers and the towels provided after getting wet. We had so much fun that we ended up staying until closing time. The kids loved the more active rooms, and for me, every space had great photo opportunities. The ushers also guided us on which areas to visit first so we could make the most of our time.
Booking tickets online is easy, and you can choose your preferred time slot. I recommend arriving around an hour before your scheduled entry because the queue starts early. The ticket price is a bit high (just over 5,000 yen), but it was absolutely worth it. This was one of my must-visit spots in Tokyo, and it truly lived up to expectations. Highly recommended!
Expensive - yes. Worth it - absolutely! For the first time in my life I loose balance. This place is amazing! Do come in shorrs or something you can pull knee-high for the water world. Give yourself time. 2 hours is ok~ish, but have 3 if you want to play games in the adventure part. Come in earlier than your slot and don't worry about the line - it's fast. But do buy tickets in advance.
Definitely worthwhile doing! Kids would love it. Very enjoyable experience. You will take off your shoes and socks, make sure you’re not wearing holey socks!! It took us around 75 minutes and we didn’t stop and do the various app based things, nor hung around each exhibit for too long! Vegan ramen at the end if that’s your bag!
